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product_id: 106862916
title: "REVERSO Multi-Purpose Belay/Rappel Device"
brand: "petzl"
price: "€ 97.54"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Petzl"
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region: Belgium
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# Ultra-lightweight 57g aluminum body Multi-rope compatibility (6.9-10.5mm) Assisted braking in Reverso mode REVERSO Multi-Purpose Belay/Rappel Device

**Brand:** petzl
**Price:** € 97.54
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧗‍♂️ Elevate your climb with the ultra-light, multi-rope master of safety and control!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** REVERSO Multi-Purpose Belay/Rappel Device by petzl
- **How much does it cost?** € 97.54 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/106862916-reverso-multi-purpose-belay-rappel-device)

## Best For

- petzl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted petzl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Assisted Braking Safety:** Reverso mode offers reliable assisted braking for belaying one or two seconds, elevating your multi-pitch security game.
- • **Compact Multi-Use Design:** From cragging to mountaineering, belay or rappel—this device adapts to your adventure, making it a must-have for serious climbers.
- • **Featherweight Durability:** Crafted from minimalist aluminum, weighing just 57g, it’s the ultimate lightweight companion for your harness.
- • **Precision Controlled Descent:** V-shaped friction grooves with asymmetrical channels deliver smooth, controlled rappelling and lowering every time.
- • **Versatile Rope Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with single, half, and twin ropes from 6.9 to 10.5 mm—adapt to any climb with confidence.

## Overview

The PETZL REVERSO is a lightweight, aluminum belay and rappel device designed for versatile climbing scenarios including cragging, multi-pitch, and mountaineering. Compatible with a wide range of rope diameters (6.9 to 10.5 mm), it features assisted braking in Reverso mode for belaying one or two seconds simultaneously. Its V-shaped friction grooves ensure controlled lowering and rappelling, making it a reliable, minimalist tool favored by experienced climbers seeking both performance and safety.

## Description

The ultra-light, versatile Reverso safety and abseiling device is intended for sports climbing, climbing multi-rope length routes and mountaineering. The reverse mode allows you to secure one or two afterwards. It is suitable for most rope diameters.

Review: ATC or Grigri? Kind of need both depending on your climb - I am so used to the ATC type belay devices such as this Reverso, because that is all we had until the Grigri was introduced. I love the Grigri, and in some cases, I do carry two. But having the ATC is great for two rope climbing, and it is also great as a backup (always remember, two is one, one is none.) This is a very smooth ATC type belay device, and it should last a long time (I don't two rope often, and it is attached to my harness as a backup, just in case.) It is also great for multi-pitch climbs. It is also nice with the extra clip in area for auto-block. The Reverso is very light and compared to a Grigri, it is dirt cheap in price. The Reverso is also great for sub 9.5mm rope. Unfortunately, most indoor climbing gyms these days require that you use a Grigri or similar belay device for safety reasons, which I completely understand. Grigris are definitely safer so if I am belaying someone and I pass out or some crazy thing happens where I can no longer pay attention to the climber, it will auto lock the climber in place. Lowering someone in a Grigri is much easier (if used properly). There is emphasis on attention to the climber using an ATC, but if you're used to it like me, this should not be an issue. You can lock off an ATC in a variety of ways (like a mule hitch) but it is significantly easier with a Grigri. If you are a beginner climber, get a Grigri because most indoor gyms prefer it and once you learn how to properly use it (this is very important because incompetence or misuse will cause injury or death regardless of the belay device), the Grigri is a great belaying device. If you are an experienced climber who have used ATCs in the past (and know all of the ins and outs of using an ATC type belay device), get a Grigri and use the Reverso ATC for a backup or for special purpose (like two rope or multi-pitch). I love the Reverso, and would replace it with the same after normal wear. Hope this helps.
Review: Solid lightweight belay device - Like all things Petzl, this is a great product. It’s extremely light weight but still very strong. There are no moving parts other than the rope itself. These do require a bit of skill as you have to be sure to keep the brake strand in the correct position and keep a hand on it at all times. It also must be loaded properly so that the additional friction “teeth” can provide the needed grip on the rope. It does feed rope well and catch with proper technique. The reverso can be used as a top rope device as well. It performs well as a rappel device but I would recommend a hollow block or other type of “third hand” to ensure safety. It is simple, versatile and easy to use, light weight and cost effective. The only down side is you have to be sure to pay attention to what you are doing, it is not as forgiving as a semiautomatic device. For back country use, it takes up no space and offers a lot of solutions if you are looking at ultralight. If not it’s a good backup that won’t fail like a mechanical so it’s not bad to have on your rack.

## Features

- Aluminium body
- Imported
- MULTI-PURPOSE VERSATILITY: Designed for cragging, multi-pitch, and mountaineering; allows for belaying a leader, rappelling, and belaying one or two seconds from an anchor.
- REVERSO MODE (GUIDE MODE): Provides assisted braking when belaying one or two seconding climbers from the top of a pitch; allows for independent and simultaneous belaying of two seconds.
- WIDE ROPE COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with single ropes (8.5 to 10.5 mm), half ropes (7.1 to 9.2 mm), and twin ropes (6.9 to 9.2 mm).
- CONTROLLED BRAKING: Features V-shaped friction grooves with asymmetrical lateral channels that adapt the friction to the rope type for better control during lowering or rappelling.
- LIGHTWEIGHT & DURABLE: Minimalist aluminum construction weighs only 57g; rounded rope slots reduce wear on the device and the rope.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07MZ5Q7LW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #131,929 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #42 in Climbing Belay & Rappel Equipment |
| Brand Name | PETZL |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (913) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03342540825925 |
| Included Components | fuse device |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 1.97"W x 1.18"H |
| Item Type Name | Fuse device |
| Item Weight | 68 Grams |
| League Name | Ministero dell'Interno |
| Manufacturer | Petzl |
| Manufacturer Part Number | D017AA02-Red |
| Model Number | D017AA02 |
| Range | 6.9 to 10.5 millimeters |
| Shape | irregular shape |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | no Guarantee |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** PETZL
- **Item Weight:** 68 Grams
- **League:** Ministero dell'Interno
- **Product Dimensions:** 1.97"W x 1.18"H
- **Shape:** irregular shape

## Images

![REVERSO Multi-Purpose Belay/Rappel Device - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ZXXUeoJpL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ATC or Grigri? Kind of need both depending on your climb
*by M***S on April 2, 2022*

I am so used to the ATC type belay devices such as this Reverso, because that is all we had until the Grigri was introduced. I love the Grigri, and in some cases, I do carry two. But having the ATC is great for two rope climbing, and it is also great as a backup (always remember, two is one, one is none.) This is a very smooth ATC type belay device, and it should last a long time (I don't two rope often, and it is attached to my harness as a backup, just in case.) It is also great for multi-pitch climbs. It is also nice with the extra clip in area for auto-block. The Reverso is very light and compared to a Grigri, it is dirt cheap in price. The Reverso is also great for sub 9.5mm rope. Unfortunately, most indoor climbing gyms these days require that you use a Grigri or similar belay device for safety reasons, which I completely understand. Grigris are definitely safer so if I am belaying someone and I pass out or some crazy thing happens where I can no longer pay attention to the climber, it will auto lock the climber in place. Lowering someone in a Grigri is much easier (if used properly). There is emphasis on attention to the climber using an ATC, but if you're used to it like me, this should not be an issue. You can lock off an ATC in a variety of ways (like a mule hitch) but it is significantly easier with a Grigri. If you are a beginner climber, get a Grigri because most indoor gyms prefer it and once you learn how to properly use it (this is very important because incompetence or misuse will cause injury or death regardless of the belay device), the Grigri is a great belaying device. If you are an experienced climber who have used ATCs in the past (and know all of the ins and outs of using an ATC type belay device), get a Grigri and use the Reverso ATC for a backup or for special purpose (like two rope or multi-pitch). I love the Reverso, and would replace it with the same after normal wear. Hope this helps.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid lightweight belay device
*by D***E on July 16, 2024*

Like all things Petzl, this is a great product. It’s extremely light weight but still very strong. There are no moving parts other than the rope itself. These do require a bit of skill as you have to be sure to keep the brake strand in the correct position and keep a hand on it at all times. It also must be loaded properly so that the additional friction “teeth” can provide the needed grip on the rope. It does feed rope well and catch with proper technique. The reverso can be used as a top rope device as well. It performs well as a rappel device but I would recommend a hollow block or other type of “third hand” to ensure safety. It is simple, versatile and easy to use, light weight and cost effective. The only down side is you have to be sure to pay attention to what you are doing, it is not as forgiving as a semiautomatic device. For back country use, it takes up no space and offers a lot of solutions if you are looking at ultralight. If not it’s a good backup that won’t fail like a mechanical so it’s not bad to have on your rack.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cool
*by A***R on January 4, 2023*

Good gob

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*Last updated: 2026-05-02*